Forced-Labor Tariffs: Trump’s new 10%–12.5% Section 301 tariffs on 60+ economies took effect Friday, targeting countries accused of not stopping forced-labor imports; trading partners including China and Japan protested, while legal experts say the Section 301 process may be harder to overturn even as courts could still question the sweeping scope. Retaliation & Trade Fallout: Canada’s trade war timeline continues to escalate as lawmakers and provinces brace for higher costs, and economists warn the tariff wall could hit American consumers broadly. Consumer-Impact Signals: The tariff push is already showing up in business planning and pricing pressure, while regulators and companies face knock-on scrutiny. Feminine Hygiene Lawsuit: A California case alleges “forever chemicals” (PFAS) and other substances in tampons and pads caused reproductive harm; Kimberly-Clark moved the matter to federal court. Product Recalls: Amy’s Kitchen recalled 184,200 cans of lentil soup due to a defective “easy open tab” that could raise spoilage risk. Home Insurance: Florida’s tort reforms reduced claims and lawsuits, but homeowners still face the nation’s highest premiums. Tech & Privacy: Meta’s employee computer monitoring plan is back in the spotlight after reports of surveillance and internal backlash. Energy & Grid: Trump’s AI data-center “ratepayer protection” pledge drew skepticism over enforcement and consumer impact. Agriculture Pest Threat: Louisiana sugarcane faces a new pasture mealybug outbreak, with LSU saying there’s “no playbook” to eradicate it yet. Retail/Telecom Competition: Charter reported worse-than-expected broadband losses and cut its profit outlook as wireless bundles keep squeezing cable.